Hal Bradley features Ron Self to discuss Ron's Crisis Victory. Ron Self, worked in Special Operations in the Marines serving in Force Recon. Ron was mixed up in a murder for hire plat that he attempted to foil this incident led to Ron serving 23 years in prison. At one point, while incarcerated, Ron attmpted to take his own life he fashioned a rope and hung himself. Then the Lord over and spared Ron. The rope broke. While serving time at San Quentin, Ron founded Veterans Healing Veterans from the Inside Out. Veterans Healing Vetrans mission is captured in a simple statement, "We are a trauma recovery and suicide prevention program for VETERANS. we reduce stress and heal wounds caused by ptsd through our peer to peer mentorship program." If you know an incarcerated veteran, these folks can help get them the benefits and care that they need. Head to veteranshealingveterans.com for more information.
Since our launch, the Crisis Victory Show has reached 20 episodes. This is a big milestone for all new shows. What's bigger is the response we've received. The incredible lives, the strong people who have battled back from life altering traumatic events, these beautiful people are the reason we create the Crisis Victory Show. Dr Hal Bradley continues to explore the human condition. From time to time, we'll come back to episodes to reflect and learn. Here's to all of you who are already with us...and to all of you who will join us on this path in the future.
Tom Mason was born in California. In his youth Crank, AKA Meth became a drug of choice. In Tom's home town Meth began collecting people. Tom was saddled with addiction for much of his adult life. Living on the street, failed relationships and bad choices led to jail. Then Tom turned his life around. Life turned sweet. Tom met the right girl, he began counseling fellow inmates, and Tom became a grandfather. Then cancer struck, and Tom's strength grew. understood the value of life and began sharing these lessons. Dr Hal Bradley understands end of life care and he gets what it takes to make the changes Tom has accomplished. There is always a path to redemption...it's the sweetest reward.
Geoffrey Mark has spent over 50 years in show business. He counts some of the biggest icons from the 20th century as friends. Lucille Ball among then. Geoffrey's career in entertainment has offered him quite a lot of what appear to be enviable occurrences. However, Geoffrey was born to a mother that never wanted him. His parents were jealous of his looks, intellect and talent. His father, a closeted gay man, sexually abused him. When Geoffrey's mother realized her son was gay, she again rejected him. The life he escaped included sexual abuse, codependent parents and a ton of damage for Geoffrey Dr Hal Bradley digs in to discuss the elements of Mark's trauma. They each identify points of growth for Geoffrey and land on the wonderful realization about life and he arts.
Celebrated as one of Los Angeles’ top interior designers, Shannon lived at the peak of luxury and creative fulfillment, curating spaces for A-list clients while traveling the globe and enjoying her success. But her life took a drastic turn when a near-death experience destroyed her mind and body, forcing her to confront the deepest truths about her priorities and the way she had been living. Look for Shannon's forthcoming book Step Into Your Miracle After her near-death experience and waking from a coma, Shannon embarked on a challenging recovery from a traumatic brain injury and multiple life-threatening injuries. She had to relearn everything— how to move, think, and live. A battle with breast cancer further tested her world, but through these hardships, she unearthed an extraordinary resilience. Recognizing that material achievements are not as significant as the value of authentic connections and inner fulfillment, Shannon left behind the glitz and glamour she once knew. Today, she is a sought- after speaker and author, sharing her powerful story and the tools she cultivated through immense hardship. Shannon’s voice is one of serene strength and compassionate wisdom. Her message, shaped by her experiences, is a beacon for those facing physical, emotional, or spiritual challenges. Shannon empowers others to live fully, authentically, and with purpose.
Koji Steve Sakai is a movie producer and screenwriter. Given his career, living in LA is essential. Koji had a front row seat for the recent LA Fires of 2025. Southern California experiences a phenomenon called the Santa Ana winds. With those winds, a heightened fire risk...that risk blew up into the most horrific firestorm in US history. Over 10,000 structures burned and over two dozen lives were lost. Koji had a front row seat as his city burned. On this episode, Koji will try to help us make sense of the trauma inflicted upon tens of thousands of people as they deal with this disaster.
David Kniess is a Navy Veteran whose next chapter in life is in creating, directing and producing feature-length documentaries. David met a young Marine on a flight. His name was Jason Dunham. The next time David saw Dunham's name, it was because he'd lost his life diving on a grenade. This led to The Gift. The Gift is the story of Medal of Honor recipient, Corporal Jason L. Dunham and how his sacrifice has shaped the lives Kilo Company - drug and alcohol abuse, post-traumatic stress, traumatic brain injury, and in some cases, suicide. The Gift Jason gave, and the story are powerful reminders of what it means to be a Crisis Victory, Victors!
Steve Desrosier is a behavioral specialist who works on the front lines of homelessness and addiction based communities... With no degrees above a GED, Steve has developed an approach over the years unique and hardcore, impacting addicts and homeless people in a way that they truly understand. This is an interview for not only struggling addicts, but for the degree-carrying counselors to listen to... He has an amazing story that we can all learn from! Go Steve, and GO SURVIVORS!!!
Dr Hal Bradley has a doctorate degree that is bolstered by years of counseling and guidance through some of life's worst traumas. Part of the mission of the Crisis Victory show is illustrating the redemption story of Crisis Victors. Along the way, Pete A Turner and Dr Hal like to take time to provide background on trauma, PTSD and making one's way through the damage and recovery. In this episode, Pete and Hal attempt to provide some clarity on what PTSD behavior looks like. Further, they seek to give us a glimpse at why people take actions that seem out of place in a modern civilized world. This episode is a strong foundation for anyone suffering from PTST or related to someone who's survived a severe crisis event. Victory is always possible...Go Victors!!!
Brook Urick worked in the PR department of a popular sugar daddy website for five years while also navigating the world of “sugaring.” At first she thought it was harmless, what’s the problem with an older guy giving someone money? Slowly, Brook discovered that she was asking the wrong questions. Head to brookurick.com to learn more. Get Wink Wink Nudge Nudge on Amazon at https://amzn.to/4fNVD64 Life working on the inside, as a Sugar Baby and for the company that made the matches between men that wanted younger girls...and girls who wanted to be treated special. The path Brook took from curious to escape is perilous, dangers and filled with intrigue. Dr Hal Bradley talks about Human Trafficking from his unique experience on the Crisis Victory Show
Deb Radcliff is a veteran cybercrime journalist and author of the popular Breaking Backbones Hacker Trilogy. Get Deb's books on Amazon at https://amzn.to/3DmzBsw Her entertaining, fast-paced thriller series emulates the many characters she’s met in her career while also warning about the dangers of technology and artificial intelligence. She’s a renown speaker and thought leader on online safety and cybersecurity, having won many awards for her work. Check out debradcliff.com to learn more about Deb's writing and investigative journalism articles. Dr Hal Bradley enters Deb's world of cybercrime. This blending of their worlds creates a riveting conversation that looks at the present and terrifying future of crime. The Crisis Victory Show continues to examine crime, suffering and danger through our deep bench of guests.
On the night of March 26, 2001, a taxi cab, traveling at over 100mph crashed into the rear of Jason Schechterle's patrol car. Upon impact, Jason’s car burst into flames, trapping him inside. Through a series of miraculous and fateful circumstances, Jason survived the crash and ensuing physical and emotional catastrophe. He suffered severe burns to over 40% of his body which drastically altered his appearance. He has undergone more than 50 surgeries just to have the ability to accomplish simple daily tasks we often take for granted. Transformed into a new life, Jason's victory from crisis informs all of us that opportunity is often realizing what we already have. You will not believe Jasons's story. Dr Hal Bradly is proud to present Jason Schechterle from BurningShield.com